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Historic village · Mary's Harbour, Newfoundland and Labrador
Battle Harbour
A former cod-fishing village on an island off Mary’s Harbour, with restored warehouses, wharf and fishermen’s houses from the 18th and 19th centuries. It is a national historic district.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
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About Battle Harbour
Battle Harbour is on a small island off the southeast coast of Labrador, about 1 hour by boat from Mary’s Harbour. From the late 18th century, merchants from Poole, England established a cod-fishing post there, where fish was salted, dried and shipped to Europe. In the 19th century the village was the main settlement on the Labrador coast.
After a fire in 1930 and the decline of the fishery, residents were moved to the mainland. The wooden buildings were restored in the 1990s: salt and fish warehouses, the wharf, the merchant’s store, the 1852 Anglican church and fishermen’s houses. The ensemble is a national historic district.
The visit includes a guided walk through the village and coastal trails on the island, with icebergs in early summer and whales in the area. It is possible to spend the night in the restored houses.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
One day, or one night on the island.
Best time
Mid-June to early September, when the boat runs. Book in advance.
How to get there
By boat from Mary’s Harbour Visitor Centre, with one departure per day in season.
Tip
If you can, stay overnight on the island: after the day boat returns the village becomes quiet and the late-afternoon light is very beautiful.
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Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Battle Harbour
How do I get to Battle Harbour?
By boat from Mary’s Harbour, with a crossing of about 1 hour.
Can you sleep in Battle Harbour?
Yes — in the island’s restored historic houses, by reservation.
When does Battle Harbour open?
Generally mid-June to early September.